1977 Holden GTS vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | GTS | 45 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
